Gem Lettuce Salad with Chile Dressing and Breadcrumbs

Ingredients

• 2 large egg yolks
• 2 oil-packed Calabrian chiles, drained and chopped
• 1 oil-packed anchovy fillet, drained
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sour cream
• 1/2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• A few dashes of Tabasco
• 1/2 cup grapeseed oil
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
• 2 tablespoons minced shallot
• Kosher salt
• Pepper
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 cup panko
• 1/2 teaspoon chopped oregano
• A few pinches of garlic powder
• Kosher salt
• 4 heads of Little Gem lettuce (1 pound), leaves pulled apart
• Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
• Chopped parsley, for garnish

Steps

1. In a food processor, combine the first 11 ingredients (up to and including the Tabasco) and puree until blended. With the machine on, slowly drizzle in both oils. Scrape the dressing into a medium bowl and stir in the cheese and shallot. Season with salt and pepper.
2. In a large nonstick skillet, melt the butter in the oil. Add the panko and cook over moderately low heat, stirring, until golden, about 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the oregano and garlic powder and season with salt. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to drain.
3. In a large bowl, toss the lettuce leaves with 1/2 cup of the dressing and season with salt and pepper. Toss to evenly coat. Layer the lettuce on plates and top with the breadcrumbs. Garnish with grated cheese and parsley and serve, passing the remaining dressing at the table.